Join us in worship this Sunday, December 22, 2024

Online or in person, we would love to have you!

 9:00 a.m. - Traditional Worship In Person & LiveStream 
10:00 a.m. - Christian Education
11:00 a.m. - Contemporary Worship In Person & LiveStream

LiveStream Link: https://www.facebook.com/wellumc/live

2024 Christmas Eve Offering

Any offering money collected on Christmas Eve will support the ministry of Team Brownsville. 

Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.  – Matthew 25:40

A message from Team Brownsville: 

Team Brownsville was formed in 2018 at a moment in our US history when children were being forcibly separated from their parents on entering the US immigration system. Our eyes and hearts were opened to the needs of families and individuals who came to our border seeking humanitarian protection.

For over six years, we have provided food and clothing, tents and bedding, hygiene items, and infant supplies in Brownsville to those entering the US with humanitarian parole and to those still waiting in Matamoros/Reynosa to begin their asylum process. 

Our biggest expenses are providing food for the Pumarejo migrant shelter/encampment in Matamoros, Mexico and providing food, tickets, and clothing in Brownsville. Our funding comes through the support of private individuals and organizations/religious congregations. Our monthly expenses are about $25,000.

We only exist for one purpose: to bring dignity and humanity to asylum seekers going through the legal process as set forth by the US government. We invite you to join us in our ministry. Learn more: https://www.teambrownsville.org/

To donate online, designate your gift as “Team Brownsville” when you give to the General Budget: https://www.shelbygiving.com/App/Giving/well6200166

WORSHIP HOSPITALITY HELP NEEDED

We need greeters, info desk helpers and ushers for Xmas Eve and Dec 29 at all services. 

Please contact Frank Jacks, Jr at jacksf@wellumc.org to volunteer.

The deadline for 2024 contributions is quickly approaching. Please see the timeline below:

In-person contributions must be received at the church by noon on Monday, December 30th. (Note: Due to church staff enjoying family time during the holidays, normal church office hours have been modified.)

If you are mailing your contribution, it must be postmarked by December 31st and received at the PO Box no later than 8am the morning of Thursday, January 2nd.  Please note, the correct mailing address is PO Box 1969, Georgetown, Tx 78627.

Any online contributions must be received as a "deposit" in the church's bank by December 31st in order to receive credit for a 2024 contribution. Remember there is at least a 2 day delay on any online giving. This means online giving should be initiated no later than Friday, December 27th.

Thank you for our continued support of Wellspring and its ministries. May you all have a blessed holiday season.

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Join us this season as we celebrate the birth of Jesus! Bring a friend - all are welcome!

December 22 - Cantata at 9:00 and 11:00 a.m.
Join us at either the 9:00 or 11:00 service for a powerful celebration of Christmas, featuring beautiful cantata music and inspiring scripture. We offer a fresh perspective on the season, centered on the compassionate heart of Mary. Inspired by her devotion, the music highlights Mary's servant-hearted spirit, inviting us to reflect on the lessons she can teach us during this time of year. Let the beautiful melodies and powerful message inspire and move you this Christmas season.

December 24 - Christmas Eve Services communion at all three services           -  3:00 p.m. - Meditative Service quiet, contemplative
         -  5:00 p.m. - Family and Contemporary Service in the style of
                              11:00, geared toward families with children, includes                                  candlelight  and LiveStream.       
         - 7:00 p.m. - Traditional and LiveStream Service in the style of 9:00,                                featuring choral music, includes candlelight

December 29 - 10:00 a.m. Lessons and Carols Service
                           with a potluck brunch to follow worship                    
                           (one service only, stay tuned for more info) No Sunday                              School. https://tinyurl.com/4y2a4e38

The Open Circle Sunday School Class invites you to join in our Christmas mission project to replenish the stuffed animal supply of the Williamson County Children's Advocacy Center. We will collect NEW stuffed animals through January 5th . Here's how  you can help:

We hope your family will enjoy sharing the love of Christmas all year long to kids at a time when they are suffering from the trauma of abuse, neglect or family violence. Thank you for  your support of this mission project!!

10am, Sundays (zoom options available, contact individual classes) 

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL HAPPENINGS
10am, Sundays (zoom options available, contact individual classes) 

SEASON’S GREETINGS CHURCHWIDE ADVENT STUDY
This study looks at twelve vividly imagined letters from “those who were there” speaking to the many meanings of Christmas. Whether you love Christmas or dread it, the letters in Seasons Greetings will speak to you. Joining in this study are the following Sunday School classes...
Chapel Dwellers, Rm 112, 1st Floor 
Contact Nancy Foster (ngfoster51@gmail.com) or Cliff Barkley (cobycliffordb@gmail.com)
Hearts Transformed Class, Rm 203, 2nd Floor 
Contact Neal Baumwart (nbaumwart@hotmail.com) or Ronna Keagle (rrkeagle@gmail.com) 
Journey with Joy, Rm 204 (Chapel), 2nd Floor 
Contact Linda Miles (mileslm75@gmail.com) or Dolly Shubert (dollyshubert@yahoo.com).

Open Circle, Office Suite, 2nd Floor
“The Journey: Walking the Road to Bethlehem”
This Advent study by Adam Hamilton, follows in the footsteps of Mary, Joseph, and all of the characters present at the birth of Jesus.  It uses insights from historical, archaeological, and biblical sources to help us understand what really happened leading up to the first Christmas and what does this story mean for us today. 
Contact Beverly Smythia at bsmythia@gmail.com

All Are Welcome, All Are Accepted, All Are Loved, and All Means ALL
(512) 930-5959
Reverend Jeff Smith, Senior Pastor
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